12 Questions
What is the primary use of petroleum in the United States?
Transportation
What percentage of the U.S. energy comes from renewable sources?
6%
What is the primary source of energy used for electricity generation in the United States?
Fossil fuels
What is the primary use of natural gas in the United States?
Heat generation
What is the primary source of renewable energy in the United States?
Hydroelectric power
What percentage of the U.S. energy comes from nonrenewable sources?
94%
What percentage of the world's energy production is used by Americans?
25%
What is the primary source of energy in the US?
Fossil fuels
What is the main difference between primary and secondary energy?
Primary energy is a raw fuel, while secondary energy is converted from primary energy for human use
What percentage of home energy use is attributed to appliances and lighting?
35%
Which state has stricter energy rules than the federal government?
California
What is the trend in world energy consumption?
Increasing
Test your knowledge on the different types of energy sources, including renewable energy sources like hydropower, solar energy, and wind energy, and non-renewable energy sources like oil, coal, and natural gas. Learn about their uses and applications in various industries.
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